Slow Cooker Chicken Spaghetti
A comforting and easy-to-make slow cooker pasta dish featuring shredded chicken and marinara sauce, topped with melted mozzarella cheese.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pieces chicken breasts Use boneless, skinless breasts for best results.
- 12 oz spaghetti Feel free to swap with another pasta if desired.
- 1 jar marinara sauce Choose your favorite brand or homemade sauce.
- 1 cup chicken broth Low-sodium broth is a great option.
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese For a richer flavor, consider using a blend of cheeses.
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning Adjust according to your taste.
- 1 tsp garlic powder Don't skip this for enhanced flavor!
Instructions
Preparation
- Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker and season them with garlic powder and Italian seasoning, ensuring they're well coated.
- Pour the marinara sauce and chicken broth over the chicken.
- Set your slow cooker to low and let it cook for about 5-6 hours.
- Once cooked, shred the chicken using two forks and return it to the slow cooker, stirring to coat it in the sauce.
Cooking
- Meanwhile, cook the spaghetti in a separate pot according to the package directions. Drain when finished.
- Stir the spaghetti and shredded mozzarella cheese into the slow cooker before serving.
Notes
You can adapt the ingredients easily. For more flavor, you might want to toss in some vegetables like bell peppers or spinach. If you're short on time, consider using pre-cooked chicken or rotisserie chicken and add it to the slow cooker toward the end.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 53gProtein: 28gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5g
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